EXXXOTICA Returns to New Jersey: What to Expect This Weekend

William Brown · 2026-10-24

The nation's largest adult convention is back in Edison, New Jersey, and it's shaping up to be one of its biggest shows yet. EXXXOTICA returns to the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center for its 18th year, running October 23-25. Tens of thousands of men, women, and couples from across the Tri-State area and beyond are expected to show up for three days of entertainment, exploration, and a genuine escape from the everyday. If you've never been, here's the short version: it's less a trade show and more a full weekend of things to see, people to meet, and ideas to explore. ### What's on the Floor Presented by MyFreeCams, the event packs a lot into one venue. You can meet more than 300 adult stars and content creators, browse over 200 vendors, catch stage performances you won't find anywhere else, and sit in on seminars and panels that range from fun to genuinely educational. And when the expo doors close? The fun keeps going. Official after-parties are spread across New Jersey and New York City, so the weekend doesn't really stop at the convention hall. ### Meeting the Stars For a lot of attendees, meeting a favorite performer is the whole point. More than 300 stars are scheduled to appear, from industry icons to the newest faces. Reality TV star Kara Leona is set to make her first-ever convention appearance on Friday and Saturday, joining a lineup that includes Lisa Ann, Alexis Texas, Maitland Ward, Phoenix Marie, Abigaiil Morris, Blake Blossom, Gianna Michaels, Brett Rossi, Lauren Phillips, Tanya Tate, Katie Kush, Jenna Haze, Sara Jay, Jada Stevens, Joanna Angel, Vicki Chase, Piper Perri, Dillion Harper, and hundreds more. Many of them will be at Spotlight, sponsored by LoyalFans, alongside sponsors and exhibitors like Glam Management, Collectors Expo, Your Paysite Partners, and STD Hero. ### The Entertainment Stage Sponsored by Chaturbate, the Entertainment Stage runs nonstop all weekend. Fan favorites include the Dare to Tease Burlesque Showcase, Christiana Cinn, Vampiress, Angela Eve, Claire Fae, Double Venus, Sin Fierno, and Morticia Mara. The stage also hosts the Ms. EXXXOTICA competition (sponsored by LoyalFans), the Team Texass Twerk Contest hosted by Alexis Texas, and the Pole Championships sponsored by the Brett Mussette Group. Emcee J. Randall and DJ Geenius keep things moving, with contests and giveaways throughout. ### Seminars That Actually Teach You Something Sponsored by ProDx, the Seminar Series is where the weekend gets surprisingly practical. The speaker lineup includes Dr. Andreas Kogelnik, Dustin Rybka, Lauren Phillips, Bo Blaze, Tess Zachary, and Mike Dickinson. Industry legends like Micky Lynn will share stories from their careers, and Lisa Ann hosts a live book reading and Q&A covering her life and work. Saturday brings a full slate of AMA panels on topics like MILFs in adult entertainment, sexy BBWs, LGBTQ advocacy, and FemDom. > "Leave the ordinary behind" is the pitch, and honestly, the mix of stars, shopping, and real conversations is what keeps people coming back year after year. ### Who Should Go Whether you want expert advice on improving your sex life, a look at opportunities in the adult industry, information on swinging or BDSM, or firsthand stories from people who've lived it, there's a session for it. Couples often come for the date-night energy; solo attendees come for the community. Three days, one venue, and a whole lot to take in. If you're anywhere near Edison this weekend, it's worth a look.